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Outbound fromReading to London by train
It takes an average of 1h 9m to travel from Reading to London by train, over a distance of around 36 miles (59 km). There are normally 626 trains per day travelling from Reading to London and tickets for this journey start from £18.10 when you book in advance.
Travelling from Reading to London by train
Do you want to find out more information about taking the train from Reading to London? Look no further.
Usually, trains from Reading to London take around 1h 7m, but they can take just 23m on the fast services. Around 937 trains run on this popular route every day. As direct trains are available, you won’t need to worry about making any changes along the way.
On this route, Great Western Railway is the main operator, however you could also hop on a less frequent South Western Railway or an Elizabeth Line (previously TfL Rail) service between Reading and London. Whichever train you travel on, you’ll enjoy free WiFi and comfortable seating as standard.
To search for cheap tickets from Reading to London, use our Journey Planner at the top of the page. We’ll show you how much you can save on your train tickets if you travel at Off-Peak times or get a Railcard.
Are you ready to book? Start your search for train tickets from Reading to London with us today. Continue reading for more information, such as our timetable where you can view first and last train times, as well as tips on how to find cheap tickets from Reading to London.
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Cheap train tickets from Reading to London
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Reading to London is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.